M4.8 Depth: 4.3 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Yukon (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-10-05 11:20:04 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 5, 2025 at 11:20 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Yukon (Canada). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

4.3 km

UTC time

2025-10-05 11:20:04 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Yukon

Source

usgs

Coordinates

61.41400, -140.10420

Temperature

3.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

4.3 km

4.3 km — close to the regional average (5.7 km)

Regional average: 5.7 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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